Garmin brings TV to GPS

Garmin has unveiled the nüvi 1490TV satnav system, featuring full pan-European satellite navigation and an integrated digital TV tuner.

Using the DVB-T digital television standard, the nüvi can pick up freeview digital TV and radio content from over 14 countries across Europe.  In the UK there are over 50 digital TV channels and 24 digital radio stations including programmes from digital content providers such as the BBC, ITV, SKY, Film4 and Five to name a few.

The nüvi 1490TV features a dazzling, 5-inch colour touchscreen display, ensuring any picture is bright and colourful, great for sporting events such as the forthcoming FIFA World Cup as you won’t have to miss any of the games with this pocket-sized TV.

A uniquse safety feature also ensures the TV can only be used while the device is stationary, and only allows navigation while the car is moving.

The nüvi 1490TV will be available across Europe in early April 2010.

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